2015-2016
Dec 30, 2015
2015-2016
This curriculum reflect a collaborative
understanding of the needs of
learners in light of the Common Core
Standards, while honoring the
integrity and intentions of the course
itself.
Grading Protocol2015-2016
Work that is done in the classroom on a daily basis categorized by the
following: • Comprehension and
demonstration of student understanding of concept
• Writing Assignments Vocabulary Enrichment Notebook check
TestsQuizzesProjects
Homework (not to be more than 5%)
• Class Preparedness (SSR book)
Teachers should not drop the lowest grade from the gradebook.
No extra credit may be given
Absentee late work will follow district guidelines.
Late work should be accepted as follows:The earned percentage grade will be reduced by 10% for one day late.The earned percentage grade will be reduced by 20% for two days late.The earned percentage grade will be reduced by 30% for three days late.After the third late day the grade results in a zero.
Always enter quietly
Read the “Do Now” posted on the board
Prepare for class (clear your desk of binders, have your writing instrument, SSR book and your class notebook on your desk top)
capital letters where appropriate complete sentences (unless
otherwise stated) include POQ when appropriate include accurate information
If the work is a final copy of an essay or project, the spelling should be correct.
Reading Life (attitude) Reading strategies Narrative texts Informational and Persuasive
texts Test taking skills Vocabulary
ContextStructural AnalysisWord RelationshipsSAT Vocabulary
Who Moved My Cheese? (for teens)
By Spencer Johnson, M.D.
Red Moon at SharpsburgBy Rosemary Wells